I read this proposal story submitted by their wedding photographer, Alexandra of Idalia Photography, and it brought tears to my eyes!

"Kristen and Alex met in college at Coastal Carolina University. Kristen says it was love at first sight! Alex played baseball at Coastal while Kristen was a cheerleader at all of his baseball games. After four years of dating, Alex planned the perfect proposal. They were at their school's baseball home opener when Alex told Kristen that after the game, he had to go onto the field to take a picture for the program. It was a cold night and Kristen was only wearing a light sweater, so she complained and tried to get out of the commitment. Of course, Alex did what any gentleman would do and went out of his way to buy Kristen a hot chocolate so that she would stay. Or maybe it was coffee, to Kristen's disappointment... but he had been thoughtful, and so she stayed. Once the game was over, Alex and Kristen made their way to the baseball field, the very spot where so much of their relationship had unfolded. "Marry Me" started playing in the background at the very moment when Alex got down on one knee, surrounded by old teammates, friends, parents, and fans. Kristen was caught completely by surprise by Alex's proposal!"

Kristen and Alex wanted to honor their alma matre, and so they used touches of their school colors, teal and gold, throughout the day. After a traditional church ceremony in Point Pleasant, the couple hosted friends and family at Jack Baker's Lobster Shanty. The space was beautifully decorated in all white with crystal chandaliers and tall, dramatic floral centerpieces. They also drew inspiration from the New Jersey beaches where the bride grew up, as well as Myrtle Beach, where they now live.